“Archangel Michael” Home, with its long-standing tradition of caring for the elderly, is joining forces with FairLife L.C.C. to promote the health and well-being of its residents as well as the wider Cypriot population. During the joint press conference, the importance of prevention and screening using low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) was emphasized, as it can save lives by detecting lung cancer at an early stage.
In her speech, FairLife L.C.C. President Korina Pateli Bell discussed the risk factors for lung cancer, focusing on the elderly, noting that “more than half of lung cancer patients are diagnosed after the age of 65.” She also stressed the need to integrate screening into the National Prevention Plan of each country. Lastly, she highlighted the need to combat age-related stigma, as well as the stigma often experienced by lung cancer patients due to the strong association of the disease with smoking.
Ms. Ersi Papagianni, Director of the “Archangel Michael” Home, emphasized: “In our Home, the care of our residents and their families is our top priority for improving quality of life, and this collaboration allows us to offer even more to those we care for. Through this initiative, we will be able to inform, raise awareness, and protect our people from serious diseases like lung cancer.”
Korina Pateli Bell, President of FairLife L.C.C., proudly stated: “We are joining voices with the ‘Archangel Michael’ Home in a joint effort to reach the elderly population of Cyprus. We want to raise awareness about the importance of prevention and early diagnosis of lung cancer. The Home is a strong partner in our mission to promote health and well-being.”
This collaboration extends beyond the Home’s residents, having a broader impact on Cypriot society.
Through joint awareness campaigns and outreach activities, the two organizations aim to reduce lung cancer deaths, encourage prevention, and promote life-saving screenings.
FairLife – Lung Cancer Care and Prevention
FairLife Lung Cancer Care and Prevention is the first and only nonprofit organization in Greece
exclusively dedicated to lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in our country and
worldwide.
The organization’s mission is to inform and raise awareness about lung cancer prevention and
provide holistic support to patients and their families throughout their journey with the disease.
To support our mission, we :
- We provide information on prevention, early diagnosis, and screening to reduce mortality.
- We raise awareness about the importance of comprehensive molecular testing.
- We offer psychosocial support to patients, caregivers, and family members.
- We encourage and educate patients, organizations, and the general public about the value of
clinical trials and access to new innovative treatments. - We work to combat the stigma associated with smoking.
- We engage the new generation and the public on the positive impact of a clean environment on lung
health. To this end, we promote environmental awareness, sustainability actions, and practices in the
context of combating climate change.
FairLife – Care and Prevention for Lung Cancer was founded in memory of Simon Bell, 57, who lost his battle with lung cancer in August 2020.
Kaimakli Home “Archangel Michael” [AMEN]
The Kaimakli Home “Archangel Michael” [AMEN] is a Community, Charitable, Non-Profit Organization that has been operating since 1984 (http://www.archangelosmichael.com.cy/). For decades, it has been offering innovative, high-quality services to elderly individuals, patients with Alzheimer’s/Dementia, chronic patients, as well as vulnerable populations in need of care and rehabilitation. Its services include nursing and palliative care, speech therapy, social and psychological support, physiotherapy, physical and cognitive strengthening through scientifically proven tools (LLM Care), specialized nutrition, music, theatre, dance, painting, study, life coaching support for both families and residents, specialized monitoring for swallowing and feeding, as well as the organization and preparation for the Geri Olympics, which take place annually during the European Week of Movement.
All of this is based on the philosophy of equal treatment for the elderly, providing them with the necessary relief from loneliness and the burden of daily difficulties. This effort is greatly supported by the adoption of digital upgrades and further development at both the professional and service levels. The Home is the only certified organization in Cyprus to offer high-quality services in accordance with international quality management standards EN ISO 9001:2015 and EN 15224:2016. Moreover, since 2023, it has been certified as a “Learning Workplace” as part of the European project “Learn,” and since 2021, it has been awarded the title of Nursing Home of the Year for three consecutive years by the Prestige Awards.
FairLife L.C.C. Communications Contact:
Napoleonos 18, 16675, Glyfada
Tel: 213 0165784
Information Line – FairLine 111 57
Email: info@fairlifelcc.com
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